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Job ID |
6497 |
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Job Type |
On-Campus Jobs (FWS) Tier 1 |
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Employer |
Division of Student Success |
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Date Posted |
Oct 08, 2026 |
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Category |
Event Management |
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Job Description |
The Office of the Vice Provost for Student Success looks to hire a Events Student Intern to lead new initiatives and projects within Signature Events to achieve measured outcomes. The Division of Student Success (DSS) is here to help you maximize your individual strengths and understand how your strengths contribute to your academic dreams, career paths, and personal well-being. DSS serves students through the following departments and functions: Academic Success Center, Advising Initiatives (campus-wide), Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration, First-Generation Initiatives, First-Year Experience, University Honors, Undergraduate Research & Fellowships, and Veterans Success Center. Duties and Responsibilities: The Events Student Intern is responsible for the planning, coordination, and assessment of events that support the Division's goals and strategic plan. Working with their supervisor, they will manage events through all project phases: Conception & Initiation; Planning; Execution; and Assessment. This position will require cultivating and managing stakeholder communication – developing communication plans where needed – as well as planning, coordinating, and executing large scale events. |
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Job Requirements |
Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with planning, coordinating, executing, and assessing events that support Division goals.
- Collaborate with the supervisor to establish objectives, priorities, and deadlines.
- Communicate with campus partners and stakeholders while providing excellent customer service.
- Work independently, maintain confidentiality, and follow University policies.
- Attend scheduled shifts reliably and notify the supervisor of absences.
Required Qualifications - Work-study eligible undergraduate or graduate student at UT Knoxville in good academic and financial standing.
- Maintain a semester and cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
- Available to work an average of 10 hours per week, primarily Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, manage details, collaborate, and work independently.
- Proficiency with computer systems and programs.
- Experience leading projects, planning events, or developing intentional programming.
Preferred Qualification - Experience planning and executing large-scale events.
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Evaluation Procedure |
This position includes ongoing feedback and mentorship from professional staff to support the student’s skill development and professional growth. Formal evaluations take place each fall and spring semester |
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Available Openings |
3 |
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Hours |
10.0 hours per week |
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Hourly Rate |
$13.00/hour, 13.00 |
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Time Frame |
All Year |
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Contact Name |
Juan Luis Cabrera |
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Contact Email |
Jcabrer3@utk.edu |
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Work Location |
1331 Circle park Drive. P1 Knoxville TN 37996 |
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Phone |
8659744757 |
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Fax |
N/A |
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